Building Code Inspector

Overview

At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.

Our directorates related to Mission Support & Operations include Office of General Counsel, Business Services, Communications and External Engagement, Operational Systems, Communications and Information Technology, and Performance Management.

The Operational Systems Directorate (OSD) leads delivery of PNNL’s 10-year, $1.2 billion campus construction portfolio— the single largest construction and modernization effort in the Laboratory’s history. OSD oversees operations and facility services, maintenance, and infrastructure planning.

A team of nearly 800 staff comprise OSD, spanning in a wide range of disciplines, including craftspeople, engineers, construction professionals, technicians, scientists, administrators, and specialists. Together, they ensure that PNNL’s assets, services, and OSD-led programs are managed and performing safely, securely, reliably, effectively, and efficiently.

The directorate stewards more than $250 million in annual budget authority; managing more than 2.5 million square feet of facility space across two campuses; overseeing approximately 200 regulatory program areas; and executing a multi-million-dollar facility and infrastructure project portfolio.

The Office of the Chief Operating Officer stewards directorate-wide performance management and provides the primary interface with other directorates ctions include directorate operations management, performance assurance and reporting, chief engineer, building code official, readiness, and document management.

The Building Code Inspector assures compliance of facility structures, systems, and components (SSCs) with applicable NFPA, ICC, DOE requirements, and organizational standards. The role requires specialized depth in inspection methods, code interpretation, design analysis, and construction quality assurance as it pertains to code compliance.

Role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks.

• Leads inspections and surveillances to evaluate compliance with NFPA, ICC, DOE requirements, and project specifications.
• Document inspection results, non‑conformances, corrective actions, and verification of closeout requirements.
• Provide recommendations to project teams on resolution of code non-conformances.

• Review design drawings, submittals, and planning documents for alignment with codes and standards.
• Provide recommendations to facilitate code interpretations.

• Support Certificate of Occupancy readiness activity by verifying inspection and testing progress.
• Participate in commissioning to assure systems meet functional requirements.

• Act as technical SME in the development of inspection and testing plans.
• Apply expert‑level judgment on complex inspection tasks.
• Mentors staff on how to perform inspection and testing.
• Lead cross‑disciplinary community of practice teams resolving code compliance challenges.

• Contribute to trimester extend of deployment performance metrics.
• Perform targeted condition assessments to assure program compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of DOE, federal, state, and local codes.

• BS/BA and 7 years of relevant experience
  -OR-
• MS/MA or higher and 5 years of relevant experience

• Degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field.
• ICC certifications (e.g., Commercial Building Inspector, Fire Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Plans Examiner).
• NFPA certifications relevant to fire and life safety.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, or construction documentation systems.

• Work includes active construction sites with uneven surfaces, ladder climbing, equipment inspections, and PPE requirements (hard hat, safety glasses, substantial footwear,…